39 weeks!!!

Can't believe it, 39 weeks tomorrow! Even with the sleepless nights, the can't get comfortable sitting, laying, or standing, the bruised ribs from some very powerful footies, the belly that grows by the minute, the back ache that never quits, the countless trips to the potty, baby being at 0, -1 station for 2 weeks- I'm not ready for this to be over. Crazy huh?

Audrey was born at 39 weeks 1 day, after 26 hours of being maxed out on Pitocin. I was really excited about going into labor naturally with this kiddo. Not to elevate myself but, if I could take 24hours of no pain medication while on the maximum dose of Pitocin- I thought I'd be able to handle a natural labor with no pain medication. Still hoping to get that chance but we'll see. We go on Thursday to our last prenatal appointment to schedule an induction date. The team of doctors don't want baby going the full 40 weeks, so I understand and won't be putting up a fight about it. Doesn't mean I have to like it though.... :)

Anyways, things are good here. No signs of anything changing in the near future so I will be patient and wait on God's timing- not my own. I guess steam cleaning the carpets last night at 2130 didn't seem to bother this kiddo or do anything to coax him or her out. My family has been fantastic with coming out to help. My Mom drove after school on Friday, in the dark to stay the weekend then my baby sister drove out on Sunday after my Mom left to spend a few days with us and to help. Mom's coming tomorrow to stay so I'm not allowed to have the baby over night :) There's nothing like having your Mom come and take care of you, your house, and your wild woman during the scariest days ahead. Ben and I are so thankful for the prayers and thoughts from everyone. We know the next month or so is going to be the hardest thing we've gone through but know that with the prayers from everyone and our faith- that things will work out just as they are supposed to.

We'll be keeping you all updated, thanks again!